VNSG 1227 - Essentials of Medication Administration

CIP Code: 51.3901
Credit(s): 2
General principles of medication administration including determination of dosage preparation safe administration and documentation of multiple forms of drugs. Instruction includes various systems of measurement. The student will demonstrate accurate dosage calculation; discuss the principles of safe medication administration; and identify the elements of accurate documentation of medication administration. Math proficiency is determined by examination. Introduction to the concepts of Member of a Profession Provider of Patient-Centered Care Patient Safety Advocate and Member of the Health Care Team. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5,6

Requisite(s): Take VNSG 1260
Faculty Consent: Y